Internal Communications & Events Specialist

Grocery-Outlet; Emeryville (CA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Profit Sharing

Job summary

Grocery Outlet is seeking an Internal Communications & Events Specialist to help bring our company culture and priorities to life through clear messaging and engaging experiences. You will support internal communications, plan and execute events, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

This role reports to the Manager - Internal Communications & Events. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, teams-oriented, and detail-focused, with 2–3 years of relevant experience and proficiency in

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in communications, marketing, event coordination or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, hospitality, or a related discipline preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a sharp eye for spelling and grammar.
• Organized, detail-oriented and comfortable juggling multiple projects at once.
• Collaborative team player who’s eager to learn and grow.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint and Excel); experience with Canva and Adobe a plus.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana) and digital communication platforms a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit internal communications, such as emails, intranet posts, announcements and digital signage.
• Support planning, coordination and on-site execution of internal and external events- including Town Hall meetings, employee engagement events and large conferences.
• Manage event timelines and coordinate on-site event logistics.
• Create graphics and presentation decks in support of communications and events.
• Track engagement metrics, gather employee feedback and provide insights to help improve content and experiences.
• Maintain company-wide calendars for key communications and events.
• Provide general project and administrative support to the Communications & Events team as a whole.
• Occasionally travel for events (approximately 10-15%).

Skills

Communication

Writing

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/marketing/hospitality

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Canva

Adobe

Asana

Job description

Internal Communications & Events Specialist

Job Category: Human Resources

Requisition Number: INTER003327

• Full-Time
• Hybrid

Locations

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Emeryville, CA 94608, USA

Description

About Grocery Outlet:

• Our Mission: Touching lives for the better
• Our Vision: Touching lived by being the first choice for bargain-minded consumers in the U.S.

About the Team:

Our HR team's mission is to attract, develop, motivate, and retain a diverse, productive, and passionate workforce that will successfully grow our business. Our team takes pride in backing the company's most valuable resources- its people. We strive to ensure we are creating a safe, inclusive, and fulfilling work environment. Our passion for people is manifested through our unbiased and diplomatic natures. Successful members of our team are motivated to improve our efficiency and effectiveness, maintain our company culture, and successfully communicate with all levels and departments.

About the Role:

We're looking for a detail-oriented and creative Internal Communications & Events Specialist to help bring our company culture and priorities to life through clear messaging and meaningful experiences. This role supports a variety of internal communication efforts and events that keep our employees informed, engaged and inspired. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, team player and project coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. This role reports to the Manager - Internal Communications & Events.

Responsibilities Include:

• Draft and edit internal communications, such as emails, intranet posts, announcements and digital signage.
• Support planning, coordination and on-site execution of internal and external events- including Town Hall meetings, employee engagement events and large conferences.
• Manage event timelines and coordinate on-site event logistics.
• Create graphics and presentation decks in support of communications and events.
• Track engagement metrics, gather employee feedback and provide insights to help improve content and experiences.
• Maintain company-wide calendars for key communications and events.
• Provide general project and administrative support to the Communications & Events team as a whole.
• Occasionally travel for events (approximately 10-15%).

About The Pay:

• Base Salary Range: $74,000 - $84,000 Annually
• 401(k) Profit Sharing
• Final compensation will be determined based upon experience and skills and may vary based on location.

About You:

• 2-3 years of experience in communications, marketing, event coordination or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, hospitality, or a related discipline preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a sharp eye for spelling and grammar.
• Organized, detail-oriented and comfortable juggling multiple projects at once.
• Collaborative team player who’s eager to learn and grow.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint and Excel); experience with Canva and Adobe a plus.
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana) and digital communication platforms a bonus.

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